Kenmore 4-Burner Blue Model# 464220511 Gas Grill Review
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The Bottom Line
This model has been discontinued. It is replaced by the Kenmore 4-Burner with Side Burner Model# 464424312.
This is a typical $250 Kenmore gas grill (made by Char-Broil). Offering 4 main burners and a low powered side burner, you get a basic function grill for what really is a reasonable price. The porcelain coated cast iron cooking grates will transfer heat well and the 4-burner design, while a little excessive in this price range gives you a lot of heat versatility.
The downside is that this grill isn't built with the best parts or the thickest metals. I would expect this grill to give you 3 to 4 years service if you keep it clean and covered and don't live on the coast.
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Pros
- Inexpensive 4-burner grill with side burner
Cons
- Lightweight construction
- Low powered side burner
Description
- Four 12,000 BTU stainless steel tubular burners
- 500 square inches of primary cooking area for a total of 650 square inches of grilling space
- 48,000 BTU maximum output from the main burners
- 10,000 BTU standard side burner under a flush mounted cover
- Three porcelain coated cast iron cooking grates
- 430 stainless steel and powder coated steel body and frame
- Electric (AA-Battery) ignition
- Available in blue or red
- Propane tank, rotisserie kit and cover sold separately
- Made in China by Char-Broil exclusively for Sears' Kenmore Brand
Guide Review - Kenmore 4-Burner Blue Gas Grill Model# 464220511
At most of the big box stores there is a grill like this one selling for around $250USD.
The Kenmore 4-Burner (Blue or Red) at Sears is made by Char-Broil under the Kenmore name. This is a large gas grill with 4 burners and a side burner. In truth there isn't much that makes it stand out. Constructed of powder coated steel with a 430 stainless steel lid and lightweight internal components this grill isn't built to last and will probably only serve you for a few years (3 or 4).
The BTU output of this grill is good with the exception of the side burner. A 10,000 BTUs is enough to heat a small saucepan but not large enough to do much else. The main burners can pump out as much at 48,000 BTUs which is good for a grill this size. The reason it has four burners isn't to give you extra versatility as much as it is to try and even out the heat and to make up for the lightweight firebox. The porcelain coated cast iron cooking grates are pretty heavy and will transfer heat, so that's a plus.
One way to tell the lifespan of this grill is to look at the warranty (receipt required). You get 5 years on the burners and 1 year on everything else. Damage due to rust is not considered cause for a warranty claim. Sears does offer an extended protection plan for an additional charge.
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